Dessert

Crispy Seafood Poppers Recipe

ByOlivia Monroe December 12, 2025December 12, 2025

Introduction

Crispy Seafood Poppers are a delightful appetizer combining crunchy wonton cups with a creamy seafood filling. Packed with shrimp, crab, and gooey cheese, they are perfect for parties or a tasty snack. You’ll love the contrast of textures and rich flavors in every bite.

The image shows a close-up of small crispy golden baskets made of thin fried dough, each holding a layer of melted creamy white cheese topped with tender light pink shrimp pieces. Bright green chopped parsley is sprinkled over each basket, adding a fresh contrast. The golden baskets have a delicate, crinkled texture, and the shrimp inside appear juicy and slightly glossy. These bite-sized snacks are arranged on a smooth white plate, placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

Wonton wrappers
Cooked shrimp, chopped
Cooked crab meat (real or imitation)
Shredded mozzarella cheese
Cream cheese, softened
Green onions, chopped
Garlic powder
Salt & black pepper
Olive oil spray or melted butter
Chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Gently press a wonton wrapper into each cup of a mini muffin tin to form little shells. Spray or brush them with olive oil or melted butter. Bake for 7-8 minutes until golden and crispy.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine chopped shrimp, crab meat, shredded mozzarella, and softened cream cheese. Add chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until creamy and well combined.
Step 3: Once the wonton cups have cooled slightly, fill each with the seafood mixture. Top each with a little extra mozzarella cheese for a melty finish.
Step 4: Return the filled cups to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Step 5: Remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped parsley over the poppers. Serve warm and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

Use fresh wonton wrappers for the crispiest texture.
Don’t overfill the cups to allow cheese to melt perfectly without spilling.
Try substituting shrimp and crab with scallops or lobster for a gourmet twist.
Add a dash of hot sauce to the filling for a spicy kick.
Make poppers ahead of time and bake just before serving for convenience.

Storage

Store leftover poppers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes to restore crispness. Avoid microwaving to keep the wonton cups crunchy.

How to Serve

The image shows several small appetizer cups made of golden, crispy fried shells as the base layer, each shaped like a flower with edges that curl slightly upwards. Inside each shell is a layer of creamy white melted cheese that looks soft and glossy, topped with a whole cooked shrimp that is light pink with orange stripes. Small green parsley pieces are sprinkled over the shrimp and cheese, adding a fresh color contrast. All the cups are arranged closely together on a white plate sitting on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen seafood for the filling?

Yes, just be sure to thaw and cook the seafood completely before chopping and mixing it into the filling.

What can I use if I don’t have a mini muffin tin?

A regular muffin tin works as well; simply press the wonton wrappers gently to fit. You can also shape the cups by hand on a baking sheet, though a tin helps maintain the shape better.